Medieval Seal Rings

A medieval seal ring carried authority in miniature. Its engraved face — a merchant’s mark, a monogram, a heraldic device — pressed into wax to close and authenticate a letter or deed. Aurora Antiqua offers authentic medieval seal rings, each individually researched and guaranteed genuine for life.

Closely related to the signet ring, the seal ring was the everyday instrument of trade and correspondence across the medieval world. Browse the wider seal rings selection or the full medieval & crusader rings collection. Each piece is one of a kind, documented, and covered by our written Lifetime Authenticity Guarantee.

Frequently asked questions

What is a medieval seal ring?

A medieval seal ring pressed a personal or merchant's mark into wax to close and authenticate a letter or deed. It carried authority in miniature.

How were medieval seal rings used?

The engraved face — a mark, monogram or heraldic device — was pressed into wax over a folded letter or document, sealing it and proving its origin.

Are medieval seal rings rare?

Genuine, documented examples are scarce — most were lost, melted, or remain unprovenanced. Each Aurora piece is one of a kind and ships with documented provenance.